Broker comparison

Peaks vs.
Vivid Money

Which broker fits your needs?

Platforms, products and fees side by side.

Updated: October 2026

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Summary

Your goal decides.

Peaks has a higher rating of 3.8/5 compared to Vivid Money (3.7/5). Vivid Money offers 3 instrument types, while Peaks offers 2. The minimum deposit is lower at Vivid Money with 0,01 €. Vivid Money is BaFin-regulated, while Peaks is supervised by AFM. Peaks has been in the market since 2016, making it the more experienced provider.

Micro-investing app with automated savings and ETF portfolios

Berlin-based neobank with integrated stock, ETF and crypto trading

At a glance

The key differences

Criterion
PlatformsPeaks AppVivid App
Product typesETFs, ETF-PortfoliosStocks, ETFs, Crypto
Options tradingNoNo
Fee model€1 or €2 per month + 0.5% p.a. fund costs€0 order fee (stocks/ETFs), crypto spread from 1%
Minimum deposit1 €0,01 €
RegulationAFMBaFin
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Platforms

Peaks

Peaks App

Vivid Money

Vivid App

Product types

Peaks

ETFs, ETF-Portfolios

Vivid Money

Stocks, ETFs, Crypto

Options trading

Peaks

No

Vivid Money

No

Fee model

Peaks

€1 or €2 per month + 0.5% p.a. fund costs

Vivid Money

€0 order fee (stocks/ETFs), crypto spread from 1%

Minimum deposit

Peaks

1 €

Vivid Money

0,01 €

Regulation

Peaks

AFM

Vivid Money

BaFin

More information

Peaks

Details

Vivid Money

Details

Product access and costs depend on market, account and permissions.

Detailed comparison

Comparing fees

Compare total costs, not just the order fee.

€1 or €2 per month + 0.5% p.a. fund costs

Published fee
€1 or €2 per month + 0.5% p.a. fund costs
Minimum deposit
1 €
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€0 order fee (stocks/ETFs), crypto spread from 1%

Published fee
€0 order fee (stocks/ETFs), crypto spread from 1%
Minimum deposit
0,01 €
See terms at provider

The relevant costs depend on market, currency, order size and trading style.

Execution quality

Order type, venue and liquidity affect execution.

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Provider information

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Provider information

Product range

ETFsETF-Portfolios
StocksETFsCrypto

Categories come from broker profiles. Check specific markets and permissions before deciding.

Trading platforms

Peaks App

Peaks exclusively offers the Peaks App. The app enables automatic investing through rounding up card payments, one-time contributions, and recurring deposits. The interface shows portfolio performance, transaction history, and rounding-up overview. There is no web platform.

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Vivid App

Vivid Money exclusively offers the Vivid App as its platform. The app combines banking (checking account, debit card, transfers) and trading (stocks, ETFs, crypto) in one interface. Features include real-time quotes, simple order placement, cashback tracking, and automatic savings. There is no desktop platform.

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Regulation & security

Regulation does not prevent market losses. The relevant authority depends on the contracting entity.

Your investor profile

Who might it suit?

Micro-investing app with automated savings and ETF portfolios

  • Automatic investing through rounding up card payments
  • AFM-regulated in the Netherlands
  • Ideal for beginners and micro-investing
  • Flat monthly fee disadvantageous for small amounts
  • No individual stock selection possible

Berlin-based neobank with integrated stock, ETF and crypto trading

  • Banking and trading combined in one app
  • Commission-free stock and ETF trading
  • Over 50 cryptocurrencies available
  • Crypto spreads relatively high (from 1%)
  • Limited stock selection compared to specialized brokers

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Your questions

Frequently asked questions

How do fees differ between Peaks and Vivid Money?
Peaks: €1 or €2 per month + 0.5% p.a. fund costs. Vivid Money: €0 order fee (stocks/ETFs), crypto spread from 1%. Compare total costs for the specific market, product, currency and order size in the current fee schedule.
Which broker offers more products: Peaks or Vivid Money?
Peaks offers ETFs, ETF-Portfolios. Vivid Money offers Stocks, ETFs, Crypto.
How are Peaks and Vivid Money regulated?
The broker profiles list AFM for Peaks and BaFin for Vivid Money. Your account's contracting entity determines the applicable oversight and protection rules; check its current disclosures.
Is Peaks or Vivid Money better for beginners?
Peaks lists a 1 € minimum deposit and offers Peaks App. Vivid Money lists 0,01 € and offers Vivid App. Compare usability, available products and costs for your intended use.
Peaks vs Vivid Money: Which broker is better overall?
The choice between Peaks (3.8/5, 620 reviews) and Vivid Money (3.7/5, 1100 reviews) depends on your needs. Peaks: Micro-investing app with automated savings and ETF portfolios. Vivid Money: Berlin-based neobank with integrated stock, ETF and crypto trading.

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